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Turn castoffs into profits with PCC class

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People all over the world have used their eBay knowledge to launch profitable second-income ventures or full-time jobs. This winter, students can learn to use their skills in the non-credit class, Start Your Own eBay Consignment Store.

The Portland Community College course will teach everything people need to know to maximize their return on investment. Turn other people’s unwanted items into a lucrative source of income. Students will master the art of setting up an online business while avoiding the common pitfalls that keep amateur sellers from reaching their full potential. Veteran eBay entrepreneur Steve Payseur will teach students all the necessary skills to make your online store a success.

Held entirely online, the class will be offered three times this winter: Jan. 16 through Feb. 22, Feb. 20 through March 28 or March 19 through April 25. Cost is $89. To register, e-mail ddavis@pcc.edu, or visit www.OurCoursesComeToYou.com.

For more information, contact the PCC Community Education office at (503) 731-6619.

About James Hill

James G. Hill, an award-winning journalist and public relations writer, is the Director of Public Relations at Portland Community College. A graduate of Portland State University, James has worked as a section editor for the Newberg Graphic... more »